ANDREA RIDING
Hackney,LONDON
Summary
Charismatic front of house person known for exceptional skills in communications, customer engagement and multi-task management. Quick to understand customer needs and respond effectively. Pursuing a part-time, flexible position where well developed and consistent people skills will be widely appreciated. Available for evening & weekend work.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Events Manager - Freelance/Casual
Seasoned Events
London
01.2023 - Current
- Ensure events run smoothly by proactively identifying & resolving any potential issues or challenges
- Flexibility to accommodate varying event schedules and demands
Events Organiser - Permanent
AARC Opportunity Ltd
, Wiltshire
02.2017 - 07.2022
- Handled the pre-event telephone and on-line registrations, manned the reception desk, co-ordinated all the welcome packs & display material.
- Managed all supplier, contractor and caterer representatives to guarantee that all agreed criteria for a successful event were documented and delivered.
- Ensured events were made memorable by continual engagement with guests through the pre and post event process.
- Responsibility for relaxed and approachable 'meet and greet' of all attendees face-to-face on the day.
- Maintained excellent communication skills to optimise benefits with clients for increased custom.
- Strategically delegated across teams between 3 and 15 to maximise staff availability and productivity.
Communications Specialist - Permanent
Association for Consultancy and Engineering
London
03.2013 - 02.2017
- Established strong working relationships with the group membership to effectively collaborate on showcase events.
- Promoted strong networking opportunities to continually grow prospects & contacts to increase brand awareness and reputation.
Education
Higher National Diploma - Communications
Chartered Institute of Public Relations
Cambridge Marketing CollegeSkills
- Advanced face-to-face engagement expertise including welcome and hosting responsibilities
- Excellent relationship building and management
- Creative and innovative thinker with ability to communicate diverse concepts and experience
- Team builder and motivator
- Warm and friendly manner
- Adapts well to changing situations
- Eye for detail
- Remains calm under pressure
- Organised with excellent time management skills
Timeline
Events Manager - Freelance/Casual
Seasoned Events
01.2023 - Current
Events Organiser - Permanent
AARC Opportunity Ltd
02.2017 - 07.2022
Communications Specialist - Permanent
Association for Consultancy and Engineering
03.2013 - 02.2017
Higher National Diploma - Communications
Chartered Institute of Public Relations
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